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2012 History Day events !
Thank you to all of our judges that helped make last year a huge sucess. We are gearing up for our 2012 season and will be sending out the requests for judges soon. If you are interested in judging this year or in the future I'd invite you to attend one of our judge training session listed below. Please RSVP to Ali Kappes at Alissa.Kappes@mnhs.org or (651)-259-3426.
- Tuesday, February 21st, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, MN History Center
- Saturday, February 25th, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM, MN History Center
- Training for State Judging - Tuesday, April 17th, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, MN History Center
With our 2012 season fast approaching, we hope that you will consider joining us. History Day judges help young people develop leadership and educational skills. In 2011, the work of nearly 700 volunteers helped foster a strong Minnesota team to great sucess at the national competition.
Minnesota's History Day competition is one of the most vibrant in the nation; each year 30,000 kids around the state explore historical topics through projects ranging from performances, exhibits and documentary films to websites and research papers. In a typical year, more than 50 Minnesota students go to the National History Day competition in Washington D.C.
Evaluating History Day projects is interesting and rewarding for you - and it really helps young people develop their skills and abilities. History Day judges review entries in their preferred category, give students feedback and select which projects advance from the regional to the state and national events. The time commitment can be as little as one five-hour event or extend to multiple competitions in different venues; you can even judge websites and papers at home.
More than 500 regional event judges are needed throughout the month of March and all around the state. State History Day requires a volunteer force of 200 judges. Judges evaluate the work of young researchers studying topics related to an annual theme. Be a part of Minnesota students’ successes as they learn and grow through History Day.
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Additional Training
Come meet with staff and fellow judges at the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul during an extended training session. All event judges will receive an orientation prior to judging on the day of the event. However, the judge workshop will allow you to:
- Gain a deeper understanding of the judging criteria
- Meet experienced judges and past student participants
- Ask questions about the judging process
Training is being offered:
- Tuesday, February 21st, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, MN History Center
- Saturday, February 25th, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM, MN History Center
- Training for State Judging - Tuesday, April 17th, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, MN History Center
If you are interested in joining us, RSVP to Ali Kappes at alissa.kappes@mnhs.org.
